CSEC Social Studies Paper 2 January 2022 - Free CXC Past Paper with Answers

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND USE OF RESOURCES

PART I – Development of Human Resources

Study the map of the Caribbean below and then answer the questions which follow.

Figure 1. Map of the Caribbean

PART II – Regional Integration

Regional Integration — The Benefits to the Caribbean

Write an essay on the topic above. In your essay state the meaning of the abbreviations CARICOM and CSME. Explain THREE key elements of the CSME other than a common external tariff. Finally, suggest THREE actions that CARICOM citizens might take to ensure that the CSME achieves the goal of reducing unemployment, to improve the quality of life of CARICOM citizens. Explain fully why each action is likely to be successful.

COMMUNICATION Freedom of the Press and Regional Development

Write an essay on the topic above. In your essay define the term 'freedom of the press'. State TWO disadvantages of private ownership of the mass media. Explain ONE reason why the mass media should be privately owned. Suggest THREE actions that the press may take to promote regional development and explain why EACH action is likely to be successful.

CONSUMER AFFAIRS

You have been asked to make a presentation to a retired citizens' association whose members are eager to conduct their business electronically. You have decided to use the following topic as your guide.

Electronic Transactions: Keeping Up with the Technology

Write the presentation which you will give to the members. In your presentation explain the term 'electronic transaction'. State TWO types of electronic transactions. Outline TWO sources of information which the members may use to prepare themselves to conduct online transactions. Suggest THREE precautions the members should take when conducting electronic transactions. Suggest how EACH precaution offers consumer protection in an online environment.

TOURISM

Tourism — The Way to Economic Success for the Caribbean

You have been asked to make a presentation on the topic above at a tourism conference. Write the presentation you will make at the conference. In your presentation define the term 'tourism product'. State TWO features of the Caribbean region that make it attractive to tourists. Explain TWO ways in which tourism may benefit regional economies.

Identify THREE problems that can hamper the growth of the tourism industry in the Caribbean and suggest a solution to EACH. Explain why EACH solution suggested is likely to be successful.